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Chad
Saharan Heart, Lake Chad's Lifeline
Overview
A landlocked crossroads between the Sahara and tropical Africa, home to Lake Chad's shrinking waters, ancient rock art, and diverse nomadic cultures.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Land Area
1,284,000 km²
Capital
N'Djamena
Languages
Arabic, French
Currencies
Central African CFA franc (Fr)
At a Glance
24
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
25
Freedom
42
Security
6
Life Expectancy
59.1 yrs
Median Age
15.4 yrs
Urbanization
25%
Cost Index
34
Housing Index
12
Healthcare Access
30/100
Climate
Average Temperature
28.2°C
Average AQI
62
Most Temperate Cities
1 Bol 29.2°C
2 N'Djamena 29.1°C
3 Gaoui 29.1°C
4 Linia 29.1°C
5 Guelendeng 29°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Aozou 27 AQI
2 Faya-Largeau 27 AQI
3 Bébédja 62 AQI
4 Benoy 62 AQI
5 Guelendeng 62 AQI
Cities
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 34
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 12
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 35.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 1/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 25/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 49 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 14
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.91% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 12 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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